John "Rock" Patrick Pope Jr.

Born in Raeford, on February 27, 1950, John was the son of Jack and Clara Pope.

John (Rock) was a man who stood for many ideals. He was a great friend and brother, a very avid history reader, home contractor with integrity, teacher of God's word, loved Raeford and Hoke County.

He taught himself how to play the guitar, always watched the Washington D.C. football team, and was very skilled in making various wooden items to give to family and friends.

He was man of deep faith and was a lifelong member of Raeford United Methodist Church. John was very active at church where he found purpose in service to others by helping with cooking barbecue and fish fries and teaching a Bible class. His commitment to his faith was the cornerstone of his life.

He served in the Marines during the Vietnam War, returned home and got his Bachelor of Business degree at East Carolina University. He did not pursue this vocation, but worked for a turf company, and later became a contractor.

Later in his career, he would do odd jobs for whoever needed his help. John is survived by his three sisters: Betty Pope, Bert Patrick (Ward) and Becky Pope; his many beloved nieces and nephews; and his great nieces and great nephews as well as, extended family members and friends who will cherish his memory forever.

He will be remembered for his dedication to family and friends, his professional integrity, and his service to the church. His legacy of kindness and faith will continue to inspire all who knew him.

A visitation will be held on Tuesday, November 18th from 4:30-6:30pm at Crumpler Funeral Home in Raeford.

A Service of Resurrection will be held Wednesday, November 19th at 11:00 am at Raeford United Methodist Church, Main Street, Raeford, NC.

The casket will be open from 10:00am to 10:45am. Music prelude to begin at 10:45 to 11:00 with the church service beginning at 11:00.

Interment will be at Bethesda Cemetery, 1020 Bethesda Road, Aberdeen, NC 28315.

While flowers are always cherished, the family requests that donations be made to Raeford United Methodist Church,

308 N. Main Street, Raeford, NC 28376, 910. 875. 2111, [email protected].

Services are entrusted to Crumpler Funeral Home of Raeford, NC 28376.